LOS ANGELES (JTA) -- “Famous Jewish Lovers” might seem like a dreamed-up category on "Jeopardy!," but it’s easily real. Valentine’s Day is coming; why should Jews be left off the list of heartthrobs?

Jews are hot. Askmen.com in its 2010 “Top 99” most desirable women poll recently named the Jewish actress who plays Sloan on “Entourage,” Emmanuelle Chriqui, as No. 1. Last year, actor Jake Gyllenhaal was included on People Magazine’s “Sexiest Man Alive” list.

We’re in demand as mates, too -- and not just by other Jews. Even a former president’s daughter wants one, as well as Ivanka Trump. And they wouldn’t be the first children of the powerful to fall for a Jew. This is a story that goes way back.

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